Mosaic Technique: A Versatile Approach to Stained Glass ...

1 Spring 2009 Issue 106.. Cutting you in on the latest from Spectrum Glass Company Mosaic technique : A Versatile Approach Appr to Stained Glass T. he many possibilities that a Mosaic offers at Remember R too, without transmitted light, you'll be the Glass world should selecttin Glass for it's reflective qualities. This is a bit of a selecting have you jumping differeen discipline more like painting but the results different for joy. In Stained Glass , caan be stunning. (See the pieces by Eva Marie Volkmann can Mosaic is not a design style, on page 2.) With the world of walls now wid on wide open, you're An it is a method of fabrication. Andnd no longer limited to window space to displa no display panels. because this wonderful technique q que allows you to adhere Glass to so o But the really inspirational inspiratioonal thi thing about many forms, learning how to caan take your Mosaic is that it can y Glass use it effectively can open art quickly and an nd easily into a up a multitude of creative 3-dimensional world.

2 3-dimensional w Almost opportunities for the Glass anyything can anything c serve as toops, enthusiast. Imagine the tabletops, a projec project base. Our mirror frames, birdbaths, glasss friend, Christine containers, terra cotta platterss and planters Stewar Mosaic Stewart, even a fireplace transformed under your creative ve artist an and author direction! With Mosaic , your love of Glass can take you ou f from Au Australia, offers down many exciting and varied avenues. s some wo wonderful p pattern b books What's more, Mosaic takes less time than traditional stainedd (publishe by CKE). (published Glass . There's no foiling. No cutting and stretching lead. ead. No H book Her books are filled soldering . No puttying. No patina. just for fun, leave eave w designs with desi and tips your solder, flux, lead, and foil on the shelf.)

3 Instead pick ick up t that tur turn everyday an appropriate adhesivee and a d some so e common co o tile t e grout g outt and a d co pots and terra cotta give Mosaic a try. Is this is blasphemy? b p platters into works Are we berating lead o art. Under of Un her or copper? Of course expert in expert instruction you not! We just think may not be aable to st stop with the that Mosaic has a maaterials. She's been garden-variety materials. unique and important known to cover bisque teapots, raw marble role in Stained Glass or sto oone, mirror frames, andd more w stone, with her fabrication and we want nt playfuul designs. u playful to encourage you to experiment! Yard sales and flea markets can be great places Yard to find unexpected canvases for Mosaic .

4 An Let's start with wall art. t. in n interesting box, a cast-off table or dresser, a Any Stained Glass panell can caan p piece of sculpture, or a birdhouse, can start aic be fabricated as a Mosaic t wheels of your imagination turning . the you just need a basee too f a minimal financial investment. Glass for mount it on. Plywood wor rks works c choice depends on the treasure you choose to adorn with Mosaic . An opaque base will always require reflective Glass . But if you have a clear base to work with, such as a Glass tabletop, lantern, or other Glass container, your full palette of color including transparent choices is, once again, available. When working with transparent Glass , you'll want to use a clear adhesive (many artists swear by silicone) to preserve the translucency.

5 There are many, many books available on Mosaic that can inspire and instruct you along this path. This spring why not pick one up and expand your Glass art repertoire. (Garden art lends itself especially well to the Mosaic technique !) Explore have fun create something wonderful! Artist Credits Cover: Teapot by Christine Stewart (from her book, Mosaics Unlimited ), Box by George W. Shannon and Pat Torlen (from their book, Marvelous Mosaics with Unusual Materials ), Rooster Trivet by George W. Shannon, Pat Torlen & Greta Torlen (from their book, Stained Glass Mosaics ). Page 2: Lantern and Tabletop by Lisa Vogt, Zebra and Elephant wall art by Eva Marie Volkmann (from her pattern set, Walk on the Wildside ), Bamboo Planter by Christine Stewart (from her book, Mosaic Pots All Shapes and Sizes ).

6 Try Mosaic Yourself! The Apple of My Eye . Project Pack makes it Spectrum Glass incredibly easy to try the The SCORE is published quarterly by: Mosaic technique . The Pack Spectrum Glass Company, Inc. guides you every step of the way and includes: Box 646. Woodinville, WA USA 98072. full color project images in multiple color schemes; a Phone: 425-483-6699 FAX 425-483-9007 time-saving Peel & Stick pattern; a durable working pattern and archival pattern; Materials list, with Glass quantities, and three sets of color suggestions; detailed step-by-step assembly instructions with close-up photos; helpful hints, tips, and tricks. Ask your Retailer or pick one up on the 2009 Spectrum Glass Company, all rights reserved. Spectrum Store to get started in the world of Mosaic .

7 2 The SCORE's in color online! Going Green in n the Great Gre eat Outdoors Ou utd doorss Advancing Your Art Glass Skills S D. pringtime marks our ur on't limit yourself! Why confine your artistic annual exodus into expression to familiar techniques when there are our gardens, patios, so many opportunities available to expand your decks, and backyards; horizons? Best of all, many Glass techniques are being and it's the time we taught virtually down the street at your local Art begin thinking of ways Glass Retailer. to spruce up those areas. Over the years, we've Whether you're interested in improving ng offered many ideas to your Glass cutting and soldering skills,, help you take Glass into or learning something entirely new, the out of doors, but this most Stained Glass retailers offer time, we've uncovered a much more than just Stained Glass way for you to go green in i supplies.

8 Classes are generally offered the process! Karen Seymour, Lantern by day and night in beginning through advanced levels of Seattle WA, has just released a and typically cover a range of topics. pattern book called Garden Light (CKE distribution) that Here are just a few of the possibilities features solar powered lanterns and garden accents. These you might want to explore further: projects will brighten your garden day and night using only the sun's energy. Sand Blast Etching Mosaics Window Installations Stained Glass Repair Karen Seymour entered the world of art Glass by creating Glass Blowing Hand Beveling a table for her own patio about ten years ago. Since then, Lamp/Torch Working 3-D Projects she's found herself a wonderful niche designing pieces and Copper Foil Techniques Tiffany Lamp Making patterns for outdoor areas and converting gardeners into Glass artists!

9 Karen found that when she displayed her work soldering Techniques Glass Cabinet Doors at garden and flower shows, the attending gardeners asked about learning to make Glass art of their own. Karen saw her Contact your local Art Glass Supplier opportunity and began to teach Glass classes at nurseries and ask for a class schedule. There are in her area and, in 2004, self-published her first book of vailable often same-day workshops available patterns. Garden Light is Karen's second publication, and gle only a few hours on a single like the first, includes extra instruction and a CD of patterns me/. day requiring less of a time/. geared toward the non- Glass initiated as well as this new fee commitment. Not finding g twist on lighting. what you're looking for?

10 Tell them what you're interested Sure, YOU know your way around Glass but what about in. They can't help if you installing the solar panels? You can insert ready-made don't speak up! products or use the careful step-by-step instruction and wiring schematics included in the ear If you don't happen to live near book to build your own circuitry. an Art Glass Retailer offeringg the particular (Or perhaps you know someone specialty you're interested in,, try a little willing to take on the left brain research. Investigate classes through Glass aspect while you tackle the right shows (such as Glass Craft & Bead EXPO), brain areas?) Either way, your check your community college, ge, or websites garden art will be glowing in of admired Glass professionalss who may no time.